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Cillian Murphy Calls Himself "Incredibly Average," Unbothered by Hollywood Fame

Cillian Murphy expresses his disinterest in the trappings of Hollywood fame, stating he is bad at red carpets and self-promotion. The actor, who turns 50 soon, reflects on entering middle age and his priorities as a father and husband. He will reprise his iconic role as Tommy Shelby in the upcoming 'Peaky Blinders' film. Murphy finds it rewarding to have played the character for over a quarter of his life.

Key Points: Cillian Murphy on Fame, Turning 50, and Peaky Blinders Return

  • Uninterested in Hollywood fame
  • Calls himself "incredibly average"
  • Reflects on turning 50
  • Reprising Tommy Shelby role
  • Values family over celebrity
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Cillian Murphy is unbothered by Hollywood's attention, calls himself 'incredibly average person'

Cillian Murphy opens up about his discomfort with Hollywood fame, calling himself an "incredibly average person" and reflecting on life at 50 and his iconic role.

"I'm an incredibly average person, really. - Cillian Murphy"

Los Angeles, March 1

Actor Cillian Murphy is stoic in the perfect sense. The actor, who is known for his extremely introverted personality, thinks he is "an incredibly average person".

The 'Peaky Blinders' star has little interest in Hollywood fame and confessed that he is "really bad" at being on the red carpet and giving interviews about himself, reports 'Female First UK'.

Cillian, 49, told The Times newspaper, "Being a personality is not what I am good at. "But then existing in this world? Talking about yourself, going on f****** red carpets? It's not healthy if you start to believe this s***, and I'm really bad at it too. I'm an incredibly average person, really".

Cillian will celebrate his 50th birthday in May and admits that he has been contemplating a "really interesting" stage of his life. The Oppenheimer actor, who has sons Malachy, 20, and Aran, 18, with his wife Yvonne McGuinness, said, "Middle age is really interesting. You've had children and been successful and then hit this certain age and think, all right, this is the first time I've got less time left than I've had so far on this planet. I'm turning 50 in a few months, so I do think, well, what do I do now? Hopefully I can just be a reasonable dad and husband, and then, when it comes, still take the work incredibly seriously".

As per 'Female First UK', the actor will reprise his role as Tommy Shelby in the upcoming film 'Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man' and admits that it has been "incredibly rewarding" playing the character since the show started airing on TV back in 2013.

He said, "I was 35 when we started and 48 when we made the film. I've played Tommy for over a quarter of my life, moving from being a youngish man right into the teeth of middle age. It's incredibly rewarding seeing everybody around you get older".

- IANS

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Rahul R
His thoughts on middle age really hit home. That line about having less time left than you've had so far... it's a profound thought many of us in our 40s and 50s grapple with. It's nice to know even Hollywood actors have the same existential questions.
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Arjun K
Respect for staying grounded. But honestly, calling yourself "incredibly average" after winning an Oscar for Oppenheimer feels a bit disingenuous, no? It's okay to acknowledge your talent while being humble. Still, a fantastic actor. Can't wait for the Peaky Blinders film!
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Sarah B
As an introvert myself, I totally relate to his discomfort with red carpets and talking about himself. The industry must be exhausting for people like that. His focus seems to be entirely on the craft, which is why his performances are so powerful.
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Karthik V
"Hopefully I can just be a reasonable dad and husband" – This is the most relatable and admirable goal a person can have, superstar or not. In our culture, family is everything. Wishing him a happy 50th in advance! 🎂
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Nikhil C
Playing a character for over a quarter of your life! That's some dedication. Tommy Shelby is iconic. It must be a strange and wonderful feeling to grow older with a character you helped create. Excited for the movie!

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